I remember my first years as a teenager. Bracing every moment with bursts of energy and seeing the good in all things. Then came early adulthood. Trying to be at EVERY party and breaking all the rules with no moment’s reflection. The prospect of getting a degree is one thing, but having the ‘time of your life’ , well, let’s just say freedom is priceless. So you’re just about to leave for university and super eager to make plans for your living arrangements. Having an idea of the existing options is important as it allows you to plan in advance and cater for any new needs that may arise at some point in the future.
The Irresistible Appeal Of Off-campus Accommodation
I don’t care who you are, or where you’re from, but nothing beats staying off-campus. Besides having tonnes of space and being in a homely environment, the relative comfort of off-campus accommodation completely absorbs the anxiety of being away from home. There will of course be a few lifestyle changes one has to expect though. Cooking your own food means you have to budget for groceries and pay for gas and electricity. Staying in the ‘real world’ also evidently means that security becomes an issue as cases of break-ins and robberies are higher in some areas.
University Residence
Adelaide Uni Accommodation may not be anything like staying in a house or a flat off-campus, but it surely is convenient. Forget buying groceries, cooking and doing the dishes. The student cafeteria prepares meals for students, who simply have to show up, eat and get back to hitting those books. Not only that. On-campus accommodation is conveniently placed in the immediate proximity of lecture halls, the library, administrative offices and faculty departments. This ease of access makes the learning experience less of a hassle than it would be if one had to commute everyday, and sometimes at dangerous hours.
What Works Best For You
At the end of the day your final choice of accommodation ultimately boils down to taste, budget and your primary intentions. For those who can afford it, off-residence accommodation prepares one for the real world. Buying food, budgeting for utilities and commuting from point A to point gives on the feel of what it will be like to work after college. However, the benefits of staying on-campus somewhat outweigh those of staying off-campus. Studies also show that a healthy communal life is key to excelling in college, and staying on residence is a smart move in that regard. There will hardly be a lonely moment.
